Overview
The STM32F101ZCT6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F101xx high-density access line family. It is based on the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU, operating at a maximum frequency of 36 MHz and delivering 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) performance. This microcontroller is equipped with up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 48 Kbytes of SRAM, along with a flexible static memory controller supporting various memory types such as Compact Flash, SRAM, PSRAM, NOR, and NAND memories. The device features an extensive range of peripherals, including timers, ADCs, DACs, SPIs, I2Cs, and USARTs, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 36 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Flash Memory | 256 to 512 Kbytes |
| SRAM | Up to 48 Kbytes |
| ADC | 1 x 12-bit, 1 μs A/D converters (up to 16 channels) |
| DAC | 2 × 12-bit D/A converters |
| Timers | Up to four 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 x I2C, 3 x SPI, and 5 x USART |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| I/O Ports | Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors |
| Debug Mode | Serial wire debug (SWD) & JTAG interfaces |
Key Features
- High-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU with single-cycle multiplication and hardware division.
- Flexible static memory controller supporting Compact Flash, SRAM, PSRAM, NOR, and NAND memories.
- LCD parallel interface, 8080/6800 modes.
- Clock, reset, and supply management with POR, PDR, and programmable voltage detector (PVD).
- Internal oscillators including 8 MHz factory-trimmed RC, 40 kHz RC with calibration capability, and 32 kHz oscillator for RTC with calibration.
- Low power modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- 12-channel DMA controller supporting peripherals like timers, ADC, DAC, SPIs, I2Cs, and USARTs.
- Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant.
- Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell™ for advanced debugging.
- CRC calculation unit and 96-bit unique ID.
Applications
The STM32F101ZCT6 is versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Medical and handheld equipment
- PC peripherals and gaming
- GPS platforms
- Industrial applications, PLC, printers, scanners
- Alarm systems and video intercom
Q & A
- What is the core of the STM32F101ZCT6 microcontroller?
The core is the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F101ZCT6?
The maximum operating frequency is 36 MHz.
- How much Flash memory does the STM32F101ZCT6 have?
The STM32F101ZCT6 has 256 to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory.
- What types of communication interfaces are available on the STM32F101ZCT6?
The device features up to 2 x I2C, 3 x SPI, and 5 x USART interfaces.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32F101ZCT6?
The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C.
- Does the STM32F101ZCT6 support low power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F101ZCT6 have?
The device has up to 112 fast I/O ports.
- What debug interfaces are available on the STM32F101ZCT6?
The device supports Serial wire debug (SWD) & JTAG interfaces.
- What types of timers are available on the STM32F101ZCT6?
The device includes up to four 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer.
- Is the STM32F101ZCT6 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the STM32F101ZCT6 is RoHS compliant.
